Tracheostomy Essentials
What is tracheostomy?
Learn the basics of tracheostomy including timing and tracheostomy tube procedures​.
Complications of tracheostomy
Discover the short and long term complications of tracheostomy.
Articles and Perspectives
Tracheomalacia
Tracheomalacia is a structural abnormality of the tracheal cartilage allowing collapse of its walls and airway
Fenestrated vs Unfenestrated Tracheostomy
There is a small but important difference between fenestrated and unfenestrated tracheostomy tubes. Understand the
The Occupational Therapist’s Role in Tracheostomy
Occupational Therapist’s (OTs) play a crucial role in children with tracheostomy. OTs gets involved right
Learning About Tracheostomy for Kids: Trachie-O Teaches Children!
Learning about Tracheostomy for Kids: Information from Trachie-O Potamus and Ginger Giraffe: This is Trachie-O-Potamus.Â
Spotlight: Clearview Tracheostomy Simulation Device
The ClearView Tracheostomy Trainer is an interactive model that addresses the difficulties in understanding tracheostomy
ALS and Tracheostomy
The decision for tracheostomy placement for a person with ALS is personal. Find out information on timing of tracheostomy, swallowing management and communication specific for ALS.
Is Tracheostomy Permanent?
Whether the tracheostomy is permanent or temporary depends on the initial indication for tracheostomy. Sometimes during placement, it is difficult to predict the amount of time one will require a tracheostomy tube.
How to Form a Tracheostomy Team
Multidisciplinary tracheostomy teams have been shown to improve outcomes for patients with tracheostomy. Patients with
Preventing Infections in Patients with Tracheostomy
All healthcare workers and individuals caring for those with tracheostomy should understand methods of preventing and controlling the transmission of infection.
Tracheostomy Children’s Book
There are not many children’s books relating to tracheostomy. A tracheostomy is a tube that
Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Tracheostomy
What is a tracheoesophageal fistula? A tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal connection between the trachea
Showering and Bathing with Tracheostomy
Before a patient goes home with a tracheostomy, the patient or care provider should be
